The Salary Required To Buy A Home (Money Guy vs Ramsey)

The Salary Required To Buy A Home (Money Guy vs Ramsey)

Author: Brian Preston and Bo Hanson July 15, 2026 Duration: 1:03:56
Buying a house in 2026 is more challenging than ever—but how much income do you actually need? Brian and Rebie compare The Money Guy's home buying rule against Dave Ramsey's mortgage guideline using real-world numbers at every major price point. Learn how mortgage length, housing costs, down payments, affordability, and income requirements impact one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, deciding between renting vs. buying, or planning your next move, this breakdown explains the math behind smart homeownership without the hype. You'll also see why home affordability has changed dramatically, how mortgage payments compare across different price ranges, and why buying a home isn't just a math equation. We'll also show you our Home Buying Calculator so you can customize the numbers for your own financial situation. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reach your goals faster with our products⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take the relationship to the next level: become a client⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on social media for more content⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Brian Preston and Bo Hanson bring a refreshingly practical and detailed approach to personal finance in Money Guy Show. This isn't about get-rich-quick schemes or dry theory; it's a deep, actionable dive into the mechanics of building lasting wealth. Each episode breaks down complex topics in investing, tax strategy, and business principles into understandable steps that listeners can actually use. You'll hear concrete examples, from optimizing retirement accounts and navigating market volatility to structuring your finances for major life events. The focus is always on making your money work efficiently for you, creating a system where your assets generate momentum. Tuning into this podcast feels like getting clear, confident advice from two knowledgeable guides who cut through the noise. The conversation is grounded in real-world application, offering a blend of education and tactical insight that helps demystify financial success. Whether you're just starting your wealth-building journey or looking to refine a sophisticated portfolio, the discussions provide a structured yet adaptable framework for making smarter decisions with your money.
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The Rules of Retirement Have Changed (Here’s How To Prepare) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:50
⁠⁠⁠⁠Retirement planning may need a major rethink as longer lifespans and earlier retirement stretch what was once a standard 30-year retirement into 40 years or more. Rebie and Bo explain how longevity risk, inflation, b…
The Truth About Making $65,000 Per Year at 27 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:10
This episode brought to you by Abound Wealth. Take the relationship to the next level and become a client: https://moneyguy.com/become-a-client/ At 27 years old, Melissa has already built a $61,000 net worth on a $65,000…
How To Build Wealth If You’re Already Behind [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:44
Behind on retirement savings or starting to invest later in life? Brian and Bo break down how to catch up on retirement in your 40s and 50s, including how much you should have saved by age, retirement savings rates, 401(…
How Much Do You ACTUALLY Need To Retire? (Big Announcement! ) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:41
How much do you actually need to retire—and are your retirement savings on track today? We’re introducing the new Know Your Number retirement calculator, a completely free tool designed to help you estimate how much mone…
Financial Advisors React to YouTuber Financial Advice [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:28
Start a free trial, and get 50% off your first year of Monarch Core Tier with code MONEYGUY at monarch.com Financial advice on YouTube can sound convincing—but should you actually follow it? Brian and Bo react to viral m…
5 Ways To Retire Early [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:35
This episode brought to you by Abound Wealth. Take the relationship to the next level and become a client: https://moneyguy.com/become-a-client/ Want to retire early but worried your retirement money is locked up until a…
DO THIS for a Happy Retirement (feat. Wes Moss) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:08
Retirement happiness isn’t just about how much money you’ve saved—so what actually matters most? Brian, Bo, and retirement researcher Wes Moss put it to the test with a Retirement Happiness Draft, taking turns building t…
Can a $100K Family Ever Get Ahead? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:01
Watch Daniel & Hannah’s original episode here: https://youtu.be/vn4VyUtE1j8 This episode brought to you by Abound Wealth. Take the relationship to the next level and become a client: https://moneyguy.com/become-a-client/…
The Uncomfortable Truth About Financial Advisors [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:01
Choosing a financial advisor is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll make—but do you actually need one? Brian and Bo break down the uncomfortable truth about financial advisors, including advisor fees, fiduciary…
Are You Actually Wealthy? Here’s How to Know. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:33
Are you actually wealthy for your age—and how much money should you have saved by 30, 40, 50, or 60? We compare income, debt, net worth by age, retirement savings, and financial flexibility to reveal which numbers actual…